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Food and shelter: local and national organizations helping communities in a big way
On February 7, Miranda and I went on a tour of the Ottawa Food Bank. Architects DCA made a financial contribution at the end of…
The economic case for retrofitting buildings
The economic case for retrofitting buildings This column is part of Globe Careers’ Leadership Lab series, where executives and experts share their views and advice…
Architectural lessons From an Ottawa Valley laboratory
Article in the Ottawa Business Journal written by Toon Dreessen. Architectural lessons from an Ottawa Valley laboratory Travel two hours northeast of Ottawa to Chalk…
May is bike to work month
During the month of May, we celebrate Bike to Work Month in the nation’s capital. This month signifies the start of riding season for many…
Panel discussions: focus on the table skirt not the woman’s skirt
Over the years, I’ve been on, and attended, a lot of panel discussions and conferences. When I am on a panel discussion, I am generally…
The problem with public-private partnerships: mediocre buildings
The problem with public-private partnerships: mediocre buildings The new East Vancouver campus of Emily Carr University of Art and Design should be a showpiece. This…